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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 24, 1950

Page

2

New Zealand Schoolboys Defeat Canberra in Hockey

New Zealand defeated Canberra 6 1 in a schoolboys hockey match played in Australia. Star forward Crossean set the pace with two goals, Hobson added two, and Adams, Staunton, and Bram contributed as the visitors dominated from the opening whistle. Canberra’s sole goal came from Staunton after a build up led by Martin. Umpires Townsend and Brill, both ex players, were praised for solid officiating.

Sestand Canberra Strat Rastoh Ita Aus Te Wintera Superar Uy Weat New Zealand L Crossen Australia Horrie Thompson Diwaite N. Hobson Vistors Hame R. Martin Dalt C. Barnard Crossean Watte Hut Me Martin Adana Adams Hie Canberra Tex N. Townsend R Brill Nsw Ate Wa Hobson Abrama Ganbeyre Breunten Bem Crosmin Abrama Evans Martin, Pointon Barnard

Striking North Atlantic Defence Plan Debated in London

London reports the North Atlantic Treaty deputies reconvened to bolster overall defences. The agenda includes increasing military forces producing equipment and providing financial support. A key issue is potential compensation for countries losing dollar exports as factories shift to weapons output. Meetings extend into early September.

London North Atlantic Imunique United States

Johnson warns of Western Europe defence gap in Senate hearing

Secretary for Defence Johnson told the Senate Armed Services Committee that under the North Atlantic Treaty steps are being taken to deploy an effective force across Communist approaches to Western Europe. He said universal training and rapid reinforcement capabilities are required, citing two main policy hindrances: lack of an integrated Western European defense force and unready U.S. manpower mobilization to meet total war timelines.

Wi Shington Weunessay Br. Johnson Senate Armed Services Committee Europe United States Johnson U.S

Suitcase with 40000 in banknotes found, director implicated

Joseph Haskin of Haskin and Co Melbourne is linked to a suitcase recovered near Denver Street railway station containing £40,000 in banknotes and savings certificates. He and a woman were said to have collected the items, later informing authorities the contents did not belong to them. Haskin operates a clothing firm on Flinders Lane Melbourne.

Evar Wren Joseph Haskin Haskin and Co Tas Uon Panton Flinders Lane Melbourne

Crocodile shooter missing in remote Queensland swamp

An armed police party heads 70 miles through jungle toward a crocodile hunter who disappeared after leaving a Cooktown camp to reach safety. The stranded man and his companion, part of a six week Cape York expedition, were last seen near Princess Charlotte Bay amid reports of a 25 to 80 foot monster.

Cooktown Landa Ith Mien Rene “Henri Brisbane Cape York Peninun Princess Charlotte Bay

Parliament To Meet On Rail Strike In Canada

Ottawa reports Parliament was summoned to address a spreading railway strike that has reached deep into national life. Meanwhile US rail strike threats eased as union leaders said token strikes on five small lines would not be extended at this time.

Ottawa United States Uni

Tremors follow major earthquake in Assam region

A large earthquake triggered aftershocks across Assam core areas. Reports describe extensive damage, floods in the Brahmaputra basin, and many villages destroyed by landslides and debris. Officials fly reconnaissance as helicopters drop supplies. government appeals for central aid.

Brasere Coeapeed Besote Mala Debra Nujm Dihang Talon Getisie Wien Assam Centeat

Federal Associates Play in Drawn Foursomes

More than 18 pasodates competed in the Drawn Foursomes Competition at the Federal Golf course yesterday. Best scores were Mrs. Austin and Mrs. Donaldson 106 3472, Mrs. Slade and Mrs. Beazley 113 3578, with conditions not reflected in the scores.

Federal Austin Donaldgon Slade Beazley

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